Lightweight camping chairs are suddenly everywhere. Lara Dunn takes a load off and tries out two for size

Balboa four-seater sofa in Tan saddle, £1,499; Minka ...

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These handpainted mistletoe table linen prints are the perfect backdrop to decorate a seasonal tablescape with foraged foliage. The crisp white-and-green colourway is also ideal to inspire a fresher c

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